Recall
Mercedes-Benz G550 — 17V817000
NHTSA ID
17V817000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
G550
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2017-12-18
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Units Affected
432
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2018020010
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes G550 & G550 4x4 Squared vehicles. The vacuum hose for the brake booster may collapse resulting in increased braking effort.
Consequence
Increased braking effort may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum hose, as necessary, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in March 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018020010.